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When comparing BMW 51718208483 Windshield Cowl (Genuine E46), 1 Pack, Black with other Windshields options, use this source-backed detail as the primary discriminator: Genuine BMW – perfect fit and finish.
Use this second fact to evaluate the tradeoff: Item model number: 51718208483. A third point to compare across alternatives is: OEM Part Number: 51718208483.
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| Color | multi |
|---|---|
| Brand | BMW |
| Exterior Finish | Chrome |
| Style | Modern |
| Auto Part Position | Front Outer |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Installation Type | In-Channel |
| Manufacturer | BMW |
| OEM Part Number | 51718208483 |
| Model | BMW 51718208483 Windshield Cowl (Genuine E46), 1 Pack , Black |
| Item Weight | 1.4 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 60 x 2 x 4 inches |
| Item model number | 51718208483 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 51718208483 |
Genuine BMW parts are predominantly manufactured by some of the worlds leading parts manufacturers such as Lemforder, ZF, Sachs, Bosch, Valeo, Continental, Siemens VDO, and many more. When ordering a Genuine BMW part you are guaranteed to get the same part that you would pick up from your local dealerships part department. Genuine BMW parts have been built to BMW’s stringent standards and are the same quality of the original parts used to build your Ultimate Driving Machine.
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About this item
- Genuine BMW – perfect fit and finish
Brad A. Bartlett –
Really happy with the purchase. It may seem minor/ subtle to do, but little things really make your car look great! I had help putting it on, but really it just needed some tools, a wrench, and something to pry up the windshield wipers so they spring off, which go right back on easily. I’ve heard the dealer is 150 so the price is right, and the shipping was fast.Even though I bought this for ashethetic reasons, also it should keep water and dirt and anything else that you don’t want getting into the engine easily.
J. Bachman –
This was an exact duplication of the original. Color and material were perfect, shape, size, hole locations – all exact. Comes with the ‘grommet’ things where the wipers go, which was helpful as mine in the old cowl were perished (one broke while taking it off). It comes with both the push pins that ‘click’ into the fastener. My old fasteners (the white bits) stayed put when removing the old cowl, but since new ones came with the new cowl, I ended up pulling the old ones out anyway. There are several videos on YouTube that walk you through replacing this cowl yourself. Definitely an easy DIY.
Luis G –
Perfect fit for my 2004 325i. I just wish that due to being a part for a 2004, the price would be lower but regardless, I bought it, it fits, and it was a much needed replacement. Definitely recommend.
4drhtrd –
2001 BMW 325i sedan – easy to install and looks so much better. Old cover was brittle and broken. It took longer to clean out all the leaves and sticks than it did to remove the old and install the new. YouTube video’s on this topic are very helpful. Take your time and don’t pry against your w/s when removing your wiper arms. Some old clips may stay on the car so be sure to remove those before your install. You won’t believe the difference. CAUTION: Sedan and coupe use different part numbers. They’re different overall widths. Be sure to order the correct part. This is for a 4 dr sedan 325i !
Marigold –
I just wanted to write this review to state that this is a real BMW part. It is stamped as a factory OEM part. The fit and finish were as expected of an original matching part. I honestly thought I was buying a knock-off and was pleasantly surprised.
Chris –
I wish these wouldn’t deteriorate but used this to replace original on 2001 BMW E46 325i. Went to a specialist wrecking yard for BMW and they were all rotted out so decided to buy OEM from dealer
Stephen P Dalessandro –
Product came with clips. Some do not. Best deal contrary to radio marketing about beating dealer OEM prices was not in this case. BMW of San Francisco shipped free and beat my BMW dealer in my state by quite a bit. Shipped free to boot. Did drop in price by 8 dollars after I ordered it. Still best deal
Nick Kornblith –
Nice new BMW factory part. Comes with white clips. No instructions were provided. Make sure to take out the white plugs from the old cowl. Also, helps to have the special tool/puller to remove the wiper arms – i borrowed a friend’s.Overall, very pleased – nice improvement, and relatively easy job.
Client d’ –
Commander pour remplacer ma baie de pare brise sur ma bmw e46 de 2003 (phase 2 ) car le joint avec 21 ans n’existe plus le produit et identique à l’original plus cas le monter
Bea –
Es una pieza difícil de encontrar y coincide a la perfección con la de serie
Chtomi –
S’adapte parfaitement en lieu et place de l’origine
Pedro Ortiz –
Producto nuevo y embalaje perfecto
Obku –
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